Sarah Michelle Gellar Turns Heads With Stylish French Riviera Getaway Photos

Sarah Michelle Gellar is making the most of summer, giving fans a glimpse into her glamorous escape to the French Riviera through a series of Instagram photos that showcase stunning coastal scenery, chic vacation style and relaxing moments at sea.

The 49-year-old actress shared a carousel of snapshots from her recent trip to the south of France, documenting stops at the picturesque Calanques, the charming fishing village of Cassis, and the iconic Circuit Paul Ricard racetrack. Captioning the post simply with the locations she visited, Gellar let the breathtaking scenery and effortless fashion speak for themselves.

Among the standout images were several featuring the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star enjoying time aboard a yacht in the Mediterranean. She modeled a brown halter-style bikini before changing into a navy floral two-piece, later mixing and matching the separates for another beach-ready look. She also shared photos of herself swimming in the crystal-clear waters and relaxing on deck while taking in the dramatic limestone cliffs that define the region.

For a more polished daytime ensemble, Gellar opted for a white eyelet cover-up paired with matching shorts, completing the look with colorful accessories while soaking up the sunshine aboard the boat. Fashion watchers also noted pieces from brands including Zimmermann and Frankies Bikinis featured in her vacation wardrobe.

The actress continued to share highlights from her European adventure in another Instagram post that embraced what she jokingly dubbed the “French Cowgirl Aesthetic.” Wearing a pink cowboy hat, white tank top and loose-fitting jeans, Gellar posed in a scenic countryside setting before enjoying a horseback ride with friends through the lush landscape.

Fans and celebrity friends quickly filled the comments section with compliments on both her style and the idyllic locations featured throughout the trip. The posts offered a relaxed look at Gellar’s summer travels while highlighting the timeless appeal that has made her a fan favorite for decades.

The vacation comes during a busy period for the actress. In recent months, Gellar and her husband, actor Freddie Prinze Jr., have also been in the headlines following reports about the sale of their longtime Los Angeles home, while the couple continues to balance family life with their respective careers.